Jathedar

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Jathedar - literal meaning a leader - is an ordained leader of Sikh clergy or religious groups. A takht is a sacred seat in the Sikh faith, each led by a Jathedar.

Sikh clergy consists of five Jathedars, one each from five takhts or sacred seats.


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